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March 24, 2026
酎zhòu(zhou4)
酎 (zhòu) refers to a type of strong, double-fermented wine or vintage wine. It is often associated with traditional Chinese alcoholic beverages that have a rich history and are typically consumed during festive occasions or family gatherings.
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Cultural Note
In China, drinking酎 is often part of traditional celebrations, especially during the Spring Festival. The type of wine and its quality can signify respect and honor towards guests during important gatherings.
Memory Tip
Think of 酎 as a 'zesty wine' that you enjoy at a celebration. The radical 酉 represents wine or alcohol, and the character's pronunciation 'zhòu' could remind you of a toast 'cheers!' when enjoying this strong drink.
Meanings of 酎
zhòu(zhou4)
1double-fermented wine, vintage wine
2strong wine
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Memory Mnemonic
Think of 酎 as a 'zesty wine' that you enjoy at a celebration. The radical 酉 represents wine or alcohol, and the character's pronunciation 'zhòu' could remind you of a toast 'cheers!' when enjoying this strong drink.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 酎 with other types of alcoholic beverages like 酒 (jiǔ), which is a more general term for alcohol. 酎 has a more specific connotation of being strong or vintage. It is often used in formal contexts, particularly in literature or when discussing traditional beverages.
HSK Study Tips
酎 is not currently part of the HSK vocabulary, but it connects to other food and drink-related terms you may learn at higher levels. Focus on recognizing its components and how it fits into discussions about Chinese cuisine and culture.
Cultural Note
In China, drinking酎 is often part of traditional celebrations, especially during the Spring Festival. The type of wine and its quality can signify respect and honor towards guests during important gatherings.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 酎 with the more common 酒 (jiǔ), leading to misunderstandings about its strength and specificity. For example, saying '我喜欢喝酒' (wǒ xǐhuān hē jiǔ) is too general when discussing a preference for the strong vintage style of 酎.
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Cultural Notes for 酎
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In China, drinking酎 is often part of traditional celebrations, especially during the Spring Festival. The type of wine and its quality can signify respect and honor towards guests during important gatherings.
Word Family of 酎
Words Containing This Character1
酎zhòustrong wine
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Frequently Asked Questions about 酎
酎 is typically strong and may have a rich, complex flavor profile, often enjoyed for its depth.
No, while both are alcoholic beverages, 酎 specifically refers to strong, double-fermented wines, whereas rice wine generally has a lower alcohol content.
It may be challenging to find traditional 酎 in Western countries, but some specialty Asian liquor stores might carry imported versions.
